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Northern Ireland to Athlone

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2 h 13 min
172 km.
from $9
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Northern Ireland, Great Britain → Athlone, Irish

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Northern Ireland to Athlone

Composite routes from Northern Ireland to Athlone

Cheapest
2 h 13 min
Car
172 km.
from $9
Other
4 h 46 min
144 km.
from $72.02
5 h 20 min
144 km.
from $26.96
5 h 33 min
144 km.
from $62.50

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 2
Irish Rail
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Translink UK
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Irish Rail
Website
1h 17m
Hourly
$15.19–$21.52
+353 1 836 6222
+353 1 836 6222
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Translink UK
Website
2h 13m
Hourly
$31.64–$45.57
+44 28 9066 6630
+44 28 9066 6630
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Bus operators
Found: 3
Dublin Express
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Bus Éireann
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Citylink
Website
Dublin Express
Website
1h 55m
Hourly
$9.89
+353 1 903 9508
+353 1 903 9508
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Bus Éireann
Website
1h 53m
Every 4 hours
$13.92–$20.25
+353 1 836 6111
+353 1 836 6111
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Citylink
Website
2h 25m
Every 4 hours
$15.19–$25.32
+353 91 564 164
+353 91 564 164
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Athlone?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Athlone is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs $20.65 - $30.43 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Athlone?

The fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Athlone is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Northern Ireland and Athlone?

No, there is no direct bus from Northern Ireland to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Glengall Street and arriving at Arcadia via Dublin Airport Zone 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Northern Ireland and Athlone?

No, there is no direct train from Northern Ireland to Athlone. However, there are services departing from Great Victoria Street and arriving at Athlone via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Northern Ireland to Athlone?

The distance between Northern Ireland and Athlone is 311 km. The road distance is 247.8 km.

How do I travel from Northern Ireland to Athlone without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Athlone without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $42.39 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Northern Ireland to Athlone?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Northern Ireland to Athlone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Athlone bus from?

Northern Ireland to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street station.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Athlone train from?

Northern Ireland to Athlone train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Great Victoria Street station.

Train or bus from Northern Ireland to Athlone?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Athlone is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $42.39 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs $20.65 - $30.43 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Athlone bus arrive?

Northern Ireland to Athlone bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Athlone train arrive?

Northern Ireland to Athlone train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Northern Ireland to Athlone?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Ireland to Athlone is 248 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Northern Ireland to Athlone.

Where can I stay near Athlone?

There are 53+ hotels available in Athlone. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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